
Across the U.S., independent physicians are leading a quiet resurgence, rediscovering the connection and fulfillment that drew them to medicine in the first place.

Melissa Starowitz, MHSA, is the owner of Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting and Management, which helps physicians launch, manage, and optimize independent practices nationwide. Learn more at cornerstonehealthcareconsulting.com.

Across the U.S., independent physicians are leading a quiet resurgence, rediscovering the connection and fulfillment that drew them to medicine in the first place.

Sustainable growth comes from balancing three priorities: patient relationships, financial health, and operational consistency.

How do you turn the vision of going independent into a functioning medical practice?

Opening a medical practice requires careful planning across all phases of the business to ensure success.

The trend toward independence isn’t just nostalgic; it’s a growing movement rooted in purpose, practicality, and the desire for professional freedom.